Badu

Badu is a term from West African culture, particularly among the Yoruba people, meaning "clan" or "extended family." It refers to a social group consisting of related families who share common ancestors, responsibilities, and cultural traditions. Badu systems help maintain social connections, support communal decision-making, and preserve cultural heritage. In modern contexts, "badu" can also represent a sense of community, shared identity, or collective belonging within a group, emphasizing the importance of kinship and social bonds that extend beyond immediate family.